If you’re holding off on a detox for drugs in Florida until after the new year, you are not alone. Many people use December to indulge in unhealthy habits with the goal of starting over in the new year. While this logic is understandable for behaviors that are not...
Sometimes, mental health becomes difficult or impossible to manage on one’s own. That’s not the result of weakness or a character defect—that’s just how mental illness works. In fact, the National Institute of Mental Health reports that in 2019, 44%...
The National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates that over 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. And sadly, that’s where drug addiction starts for many people. Many people, because of their chronic pain, become dependent on their prescribed pain...
It’s common for people to have complicated feelings around this time of year—holiday events are a joyful and stressful time for everyone. For those struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues, the holidays can often be full of emotional triggers, which is...
In today’s interconnected world, where it is possible to purchase practically anything with the click of a button, the internet is full of all manner of synthetic chemicals that can get someone high. Unfortunately, the law is unable to keep up with the fluid nature of...
Drug use is on the rise in the United States, especially in Florida. In 2019, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported nearly 5,300 drug overdoses in the state of Florida, the second-highest in the U.S. It’s not just drug overdoses that are on the...
Drug use is a serious problem in America. Each year, millions of people suffer from a substance use disorder, and tens of thousands will lose their lives as a result. A study conducted by the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics (NCDAS) found that 31.9 million...
Tramadol—also known by the brand name Ultram or Conzip—is a painkiller prescribed for the treatment of mild to moderate chronic pain. Because it has a less intense effect than traditional painkillers, tramadol has developed a reputation as a less addictive choice for...
For people on meth, the signs of meth use can vary wildly from person to person. This is because addiction is a highly personal disease. How it develops depends largely on the individual, their mental health, and genetic factors. And unfortunately, this variety can...
